Other Opportunities: Occupational Therapist (Temporary, Full-Time)

Reference #	00896
Posted	Thursday, March 13th, 2025 at 12:00am
Scope	Public Applications Accepted
Position	Occupational Therapist
Department	Allied Health, GAT
Term	Temporary, Full-Time
Pay	$40.36 - $56.30 hourly as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement

VALUES AND COMMITMENT

At Nortumberland Hills Hospital (NHH), our shared purpose is People First, and our core values of Integrity, Quality, Respect, Compassion and Teamwork are at the centre of who we are and what we do. We remain committed to sustaining an experienced workforce that reflects Northumberland Hills Hospital’s dedication to recognising everyone’s contributins and respecting everyone’s dignity, unique experience, and potential.

EQUITY AND ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

Northumberland Hills Hospital remains respectful of all protected rights, in line with the grounds laid out by the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we welcome applications from all qualified applicants and interests from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous People of NorthAmerica, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

We strive to make our entire hiring process as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants if needed. For any hiring related accommodation needs and/or requests please email us via careers@nhh.ca. We do not use artificial intelligence in our hiring process.

LOCATION & ABOUT NHH

Located approximately 100 kilometres east of Toronto, NHH delivers a broad range of acute, post-acute, outpatient and diagnostic srvices. Acute services include emergency and intensive care, medical/surgical care, obstetrical care and palliative care. Post-acute specialty services (PASS) include restorative care and rehabilitation. Mental health care, cancer and supportive care, dialysis and other ambulatory care clinics are offered on an outpatient basis through partnerships with regional centres and nearby specialists. NHH offers a full range of diagnostic services, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT) and mammography. The hospital serves the catchment area of west Northumberland County. A mixed urban and rural population of approximately 67,000 residents, west Northumberland comprises the Town of Cobourg, the Municipality of Port Hope, Alderville First Nation and the townships of Hamilton, Cramahe and Alnwick/Haldimand. NHH employs more than 850 people and relies on the additional support provided by physicians, midwives and volunteers. NHH is an active member of Ontario Health (East)—formerly the Central East Local Health Integration Network—and the Ontario Health Team of Northumberland. For more information, please visit nhh.ca or follow us on Facebook @northumberlandhillshosp, X/Twitter @NorHillsHosp, and LinkedIn Northumberland Hills Hospital.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Reporting to the Clinical Manager, Access and Flow, the Occupational Therapist will be part of the Allied Health team at NHH with a primary focus as part of a Geriatric Activation Team targeting intensive intervention for patients in the Emergency Department.  The Occupational Therapist (OT) will work closely with the team, patient and families providing assessment and recommendations for safe discharge to support ED diversion and admission avoidance. The OT must be able to fulfill a multi-dimensional role of clinician, consultant, and educator of patient care.  

• Ability to develop, implement, document and evaluate programs in collaboration with the patient and family in conjunction with the health care team.
• Ability to continually assess, monitor, evaluate and revise patient care plans as necessary in conjunction with assessment findings and Physician diagnosis
• Recommend consultants and/ or provide adaptive equipment, splints, aids in remedial program and activities of daily living
• Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team and consult with members of the team regarding patient care.
• Establish and maintain statistical data documentation for clinical and administrative progress as required
• Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and leadership skills in occupational therapy issues
• Ability to facilitate educator role with patients, family members and the public
• Act as a member of quality assurance programs within the department and the hospital
• Recognize responsibility for continuing education to maintain professional standards
• In addition to the above, follows safe and healthy work practices and maintains a safe and healthy work environment through attendance at educational programs, use of established reporting mechanisms for injuries, illness and hazards and adherence to health and safety related policies and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Graduate from an approved School of Occupational Therapy from an accredited University
• Eligible for registration with the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (C.A.O.T.)
• Member of the College of Occupational Therapy
• 3 to 5 years of previous experience in a similar role in a hospital setting
• Supervisory/management skills
• Demonstrated excellent organization and problem solving skills
• Able to function independently in a consultative role
• Experience in working as part of a Multidisciplinary Team
• Critical thinking ability
• Exemplary communication and facilitator skills

PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Able to work in an active, rapidly changing stressful environment with multiple demands
• Ability to make decisions and prioritize effectively; must have sufficient physical endurance including manual dexterity to handle patients and equipment effectively and safely

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Successful applicants are required provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector criminal reference check, that was complete less than one year from the date of hire. This requirement must be met within the first sixty (60) days of employment.

Additionally, to the above, successful applicants are also required to complete the Health Care Worker Health review process which includes providing an up-to-date immunization record to ensure compliance with the Ontario Hospital Association Communicable Diseases Surveillance Protocols within the first thirty (30) days of employment. Northumberland Hills Hospital operates a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for all staff.

Northumberland Hills Hospital may choose to conduct parts/all the hiring process virtually. Furthermore, we are a scent-free environment.  When attending the hospital kindly refrain from wearing strongly scented fragrances.

While we thank all those that express interest in this exciting position; kindly note that due to high volumes of interests, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.